History

The Center for Teaching Excellence was established in 1994 through
the vision of a group of interested volunteer faculty, administrators and
staff who were inspired by the 1989 International Conference on Teaching
Excellence in Austin, Texas. This planning group developed the mission and
goals that would create "A Place for Faculty" to enable the enhancement of
teaching potential and effectiveness. They wished to create a place for
faculty to exchange ideas and resources, be assisted with course and lesson
development, and have opportunities to learn new skills.

The originating group was transformed over the years to the CTE Leadership
Team that now represents various academic areas on campus, and offers
faculty advice on Center offerings and initiatives. The CTE is directed by
an experienced group of faculty and staff with expertise in instructional design,
curriculum development and instructional technology. The Center is
operationally under the Academic Affairs Office, which gives staff direct
access to the College's initiatives that impact faculty and students. The
CTE is then able to respond in a timely manner to areas of support needed by
the faculty.